My point was intended to look at the relationship between force and propaganda. I think the effective use of propaganda is a function of the size and power of

My point was intended to look at the relationship between force and propaganda. I think the effective use of propaganda is a function of the size and power of an organization. Thus, organizations that achieve greater power are more effective at creating an image of legitimacy. If a government utilizes extensive propaganda against its citizens, can it really be called a democratic government? I'd argue that it cannot.